Rachel Bilson

Rachel Bilson

Rachel Bilson and Hayden Christensen have jetted off on a babymoon.

The couple, who confirmed this week that they are expecting their first child later this year, were spotted soaking up the sun in Barbados on Thursday (22.05.14).

The petite 'Hart of Dixie' actress proudly showed off her tiny new baby bump, as she strolled along the beach in a black bikini during their romantic getaway.

The couple looked closer than ever as they played in the sea together, and the actress looked very happy as she cuddled up to her long-term boyfriend in the water, according to UsMagazine.com.

A spokesperson for the former 'The O.C.' star confirmed she is pregnant earlier this week shortly after rumours began swirling she was set to become a mother.

A source close to the 32-year-old beauty previously said: "They've both talked about this for awhile and are so excited. Everyone is beyond thrilled for them."

Friends are delighted for the couple and think they will be "wonderful" parents.

Another pal added: "They will make wonderful, hands-on parents."

Rachel admitted last year she was keen to start a family with the 'Star Wars' actor.

She said: "I definitely have family on the brain. Having kids is something I want to see in my future - I hope."

Rachel and Hayden, 33, met in 2007 on the set of 'Jumper' and got engaged a year later.

However, they called off their engagement in August 2010 but reconciled three months later.